Cloud Essentials for Researchers

Discover cloud foundations for modern research

Explore how cloud computing supports modern research by examining core cloud concepts, AWS services, and cloud strategies that enable secure collaboration, efficient data management, scalable infrastructure, and research innovation across academic and independent organisations.

Apply cloud strategies to research challenges

Discover how AWS cloud solutions support research workflows through secure infrastructure, collaborative tools, and scalable services, helping organisations improve efficiency, optimise resources, and accelerate innovation.

You’ll access learning content and practical activities online through Amazon Web Services (AWS), alongside your FutureLearn course experience, giving you direct access to AWS learning as you progress.

This course is ideal for Business leaders and decision makers in academic research sector

This course is ideal for Business leaders and decision makers in academic research sector

• Explain cloud computing fundamentals.
• Explore AWS services for research.
• Identify cloud strategies for collaboration.
• Evaluate scalable research solutions.